legion (Meaning)
legion (n)
archaic terms for army
association of ex-servicemen
a large military unit
a vast multitude
legion (s)
amounting to a large indefinite number
legion (n.)
A body of foot soldiers and cavalry consisting of different numbers at different periods, -- from about four thousand to about six thousand men, -- the cavalry being about one tenth.
A military force; an army; military bands.
A great number; a multitude.
A group of orders inferior to a class.
Synonyms & Antonyms of legion
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Synonyms:
- various
- innumerable
- numberless
- untold
- miscellaneous
- unnumbered
- mixed
- multifarious
- uncountable
- multiplex
- sundry
- beaucoup
Antonyms:
legion Sentence Examples
- The scorching sun bore down on the legion as they marched across the desolate plain.
- Faced with overwhelming odds, the proud legion fell, its banners stained with blood.
- A legion of loyal soldiers stood guard at the palace, their spears gleaming in the moonlight.
- The invading army was said to comprise a legion of fearless barbarians.
- The general ordered his legion to form a defensive square against the relentless assault.
- The ghostly legion haunted the ancient battlefield, their lamentations echoing through the night.
- The Roman legion was a formidable force, known for its unwavering discipline and martial prowess.
- A legion of angels descended from the heavens, their wings spread wide in defiance.
- The superhero possessed a legion of loyal followers who eagerly awaited his next adventure.
- The virus spread through the population like a ravenous legion, leaving a trail of sickness and despair in its wake.
FAQs About the word legion
archaic terms for army, association of ex-servicemen, a large military unit, a vast multitude, amounting to a large indefinite numberA body of foot soldiers and
multiple, numerous,many, some, multifold, multitudinous, all kinds of,countless, quite a few, several
few, few, limited,limited,countable, countable
The scorching sun bore down on the legion as they marched across the desolate plain.
Faced with overwhelming odds, the proud legion fell, its banners stained with blood.
A legion of loyal soldiers stood guard at the palace, their spears gleaming in the moonlight.
The invading army was said to comprise a legion of fearless barbarians.
